The numbers speak for themselves. The median job tenure in the U.S. has dropped to 3.9 years. The lowest since 2002. This isn't a trend that will swing back. It's a spiral. And it's gaining momentum. How We Got Here The 2008 financial crisis broke the old employment...
Yesterday, we talked about the three cycles of confidence building. One moment where we can leverage these cycles is when experiencing job loss. Even when part of a big company reduction, we can doubt our worth. What are we good at? Why would another company want to...
After being laid off, spending is put on hold. Before going on budget lockdown, I would recommend creating a job search fund. This fund will serve 2 purposes. First, the money will remove guilt for investments. Things like a LinkedIn subscription. Coffee purchases...
Losing a job can be one of the most stressful life events. Especially when it comes to finances. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed. Yet, being proactive can help you regain control and financial stability. There are three categories of focus: Audit & Document...
This time of year, some of us start to think about our hopes and dreams for next year. Our career aspirations. Our relationships. Personal development. Achievements. When it comes to our career, there is a tendency for us to let others lead the way. What does our...
When we think about our careers, we think about many things. Our responsibilities. Our titles. Our team members. Our accomplishments. Our clients. However, we don’t often think about our assets. The elements of our career that create long-term values. The things we...
Yes, this title seems counterintuitive. We are already busy at work… Why do we need a “busy box”? I heard an episode of Before Breakfast where they were talking about a busy box for adults. For children, the box has interesting items to keep them occupied…. hence...
When having conversations with others about careers, I often hear people feel “stuck”. The reasons vary greatly and still end in the same place. Stuck. When we feel stuck, we don’t see hope and possibility. We forget we have autonomy around our career. As a reminder:...
We often think about the job we do for our company. Yet, we don’t think about the question in reverse. What does our company do for us? What is the job of the company in our life? Many might wonder why we should think about these questions. My Perspective I have been...
Some are natural born networkers. Others must work at it. Because we aren’t trained to network, many are uncomfortable and hesitant. They are turned off by those they see “shmoozing”. One mistake I see people make is having an insular network. I see it AND I...
I’ve spent most of my career in Relationship Marketing – digital, social, and CRM. The goal of this discipline is to continue to deepen relationships with customers. I believe there are three primary phases of the process: Initiate, nurture, and deepen. Relationships...
The word networking can cause delight or dread depending on the person. Some love connecting with other people. Others get nervous and would like to avoid it at all costs. Yet, connections are important. They provide an opportunity to support one another on our...
When it comes to our careers, there are two primary approaches. Offense and defense. Some of us are better at playing one side of the game, others are better at the other. The challenge is that most people don’t realize they are playing in one mode. They aren’t aware...
Side hustles are in the news all the time to make more money. They talk about using the hustle to fund a vacation. Provide discretionary monthly spending. Cover unexpected bills. Start a retirement savings. And more. My Perspective While this is a great outcome, I...
We talk a lot about resilience. How to bounce back. Stay strong. Keep going. But we don’t talk enough about creativity. Not the art kind. The kind that rebuilds us. The kind that reimagines our next step when the old path disappears. The kind that says: I may not know...
It’s awards season! The time of year when Hollywood rolls out the red carpet. The world tunes in to celebrate the best performances, breakthrough moments, and unforgettable achievements. But why should movie stars have all the fun? Q1 is also performance review season...
We are all faced with boundary testing every day. We are asked to stay late at work for a project or meeting. A volunteer project comes up that you are asked to lead. We set guidelines on what we can and can’t take on. Until things get tricky. The ego boosts come in:...
When we think about our work, we tend to look for autonomy. The ability to work when and how we are at our best. We want control. Determining an approach. Crafting a message. Moving toward an end that fits our goals. My Perspective I think there may be a tipping...
As the year ends, there are many things we can reflect on. I’ve been reading a lot lately about professional connections. The ideas on how and why we build them and keep them strong. I went into 2024 wanting to foster more connections. People I’ve worked closely with...
Each year, we learn and grow. This comes from our day-to-day experiences in life and on the job. However, it is also something that can be more intentional and cultivated. I think it’s interesting to do an end of year “learning” audit. Going back and documenting the...
When considering a business brand, an audit is often a first step. We look at the brand footprint – their online site(s), social media, physical locations, and more. Assess the current brand sentiment. Explore at the personality and main message the brand portrays...